Backpacker editor-in-chief Jon Dorn explains 5 field-tested techniques for eliminating the three main causes of blisters: heat, moisture, and friction. Learn more from Backpacker's Gear School in the March 2007 Gear Guide, and at www.backpacker.com/video.
Self proclaimed massage nerd briefly explains the technique of cross fiber friction massage (as opposed to a longitudinal friction massage).
Ever wondered how to apply your own individual eyelashes? Satisfy your curiosity by watching Tricia explain the requirements, and what to do with them. In this tutorial with Christina, we will lay some individual lashes and use cake mascara to safely define them.
In this two part video you'll learn how to change a G string on an acoustic guitar. Of course, besides learning how to change the string, Justin explains how to know WHEN to change them.
Elizabeth Jones explains how to export your finished project for the web using Windows Movie Maker. You can select Windows Media low bandwith to significantly decrease the size of your movie file.
In this invigorating exercise, the Shirtless Apprentice leads us through the beautiful pastures of frame rates. Watch as Matt explains the intricacies of selecting the correct frame rate for your online video.
After you construct a model of a windmill this video will explain how to calculate the power output of the model in watts.
Basic guide for water polo spectators or new players explaining the methods the hole set can use to establish the hole position.
Brad Davis explains how he uses a double G tuning on the top two strings of his guitar. Convenient for using the top strings as a bass line. Demonstrations in a bluegrass and blues style are performed.
Sammi explains how to stop when you are ice skating. There are two different ways to break the speed. You can put your feet in a T or you can put your legs together and lean forward.
This video demonstrates how to use angles in your footwork when boxing. The video explains the advantage to angled footwork and shows ways to incorporate it into your boxing techniques.
Overheating can be the cause of a variety of problems in your compute. The Lab Rats, Andy Walker and Sean Carruthers, explain some simple ways to keep your PC cool and improve internal air flow.
The Lab Rats, Andy Walker and Steve Carruthers, explain BIOS - the system utility for changing the functions of you computer's hardware.
Kipkay explains how to trace any email and then see a map of where it came from. Go to your mail service, click on options, look for received from, and copy what is listed.
This video explains how to make your bittorent client download faster. To increase torrent downloads increase your upload capacity to max, enable port forwarding if you have a router hub or firewall that blocks ports, and download torrents with a lot of seeds.
This tutorial explains how to use bittorrents and still download faster and safer, without RIAA interference. It's easier and better than you may think and this video shows you why.
You've probably seen that little bright orange "RSS" or XML square floating around on lots of websites and if you don't know what it is (or you do) and don't know how to use it, check out this video. Jimmy explains what RSS feeds are, how to subscribe to them and then how to read and use them.
The new version of Audacity seems to have some timing issues related to latency. This tutorial explains to you how to fix these recording problems.
This video explains electricity as the flow of atomic particles called electrons. Animations demonstrate electron flow. Batteries are described as chemical devices designed to create electron flow. Terms covered in video include Volts, current and Amperes
This ReadyMade video explains how to build a raised bed garden for your home to block out that ugly garage or naked neighbor.
All-American Skeet Champion Todd Bender explains the safety "does and don'ts" of shooting clay targets. He shows how everyone in the family can enjoy the game and still use proper gun handling techniques.
Lars explains how to use a tumbleweed compost bin. A very quick and easy process is key into creating compost for your garden. Watch video for best results.
This is a great episode that helps to explain exactly what Chianti is and what the different types mean. Gary tastes a couple different Chianti's and gives you his opinions and some great advice on how to choose a good Chianti (surprise you don't always have to pick the most known!)
Bert uses examples to explain the difference between layer masks and alpha channels. Both work the same way, but for a totally different purpose.
Another excellent breakdown of swimming the breast stroke. Memorize the leg and arm positions. It is important to glide and stretch to achieve ultimate streamline. Dr Rein Haljand explains each movement in detail.
This tutorial gives a well-paced and well-explained overview of how to use the DVD Studo Pro 4 interface. If you're a new user or have just upgraded from an older version, we're sure you'll find this tutorial helpful.
Final Cut Pro has a lot of excellent options for working with sound, but Sountrack Pro was developed specifically for working with sound, and can often fix problems that Final Cut Pro can't. This tutorial will explain how to use Sountrack Pro with Final Cut Pro.
This video explains the importance of the Chakra System in Reiki and shows the significant Chakra positions. The video walks you through some Reiki positions that work well with various Chakras.
This tutorial explains how to get started with working in 3D in Motion 3. It's very similar to working in 2D and the first thing you'll want to do is add a camera.
All-American Skeet Champion Todd Bender explains how the game of skeet shooting is played and some of the terms used in enjoying this fun sport.
Rebecca Katz explains how to export your finished project for the web using Apple iMovie. The final menu will allow you to title your film and save it to a location of your choosing.
Petey Greene shows you how to be yourself and eat watermelon. In this clip from civil rights activist Petey Greene's Washington DC television program in the Spring of 1982, Greene explains how to eat watermelon. Utterly bizarre. Also, pointers on eating corn and fried chicken.
Don Schechter explains how to capture your footage from your camera to your computer and log it for easy access later on. You can use Adobe Premiere to capture your movie, but you can not forget to put your tape in your camera.
Tennis pro Brad Gilbert gives volley drills. The three volley drills explained are the forehand, backhand and overhead volley. Summaries and tips appear during the video in the form of sidebars and popups. This is a really easy to understand video.
Justin Cantor demonstrates proper left hand position on the Cello. Each motion and placement is broken down and explained in detail. Vibrato and other techniques are discussed as well.
Darren Matthes explains that he uses a series of 16th notes to accomplish his Cajun or Dixieland beat. He claps it out and gives pointers on how to crash the high hat on the upbeat and
Brad Davis explains why he sometimes uses two capos on a guitar. The effect is similar to that of using a drop tuning on the B string. The technique and effect are discussed in detail. He then performs an original tune (demonstrating the use of two capos), "Love You Don't Know".
Dr. Patricia Fine turns up the heat with her healthier version of Chicken Fricassee.
Mark McDonnell from All Star Dugout explains the mechanics of throwing a curveball. You'll learn how the pitch is different from others, how the ball should be gripped and the proper pitching motion for throwing the curveball.
Richard Freeman shows how to do various seat backbend poses. Among these are the noose pose, heron pose, side bow pose and camel pose. As the yoga poses are being done, a narrator explains how to do them. Geared for an intermediate level.
